TK Afterschool Teacher - Oakland Transitional Kindergarten

ABOUT THE JCC EAST BAY The JCC East Bay is a welcoming home for people of all ages and life stages.

Inspired by Jewish values, culture, and tradition, we build interpersonal relationships, foster learning and curiosity, and offer accessible pathways to Jewish life.

The JCC’s core programs include early childhood education and preschool; camp and afterschool programs; teen engagement; older adult activities; intergenerational Jewish holiday celebrations; and ongoing opportunities to connect with Jewish life and our richly diverse community.

The JCC East Bay operates from five locations :

• our full-service building in Berkeley, afterschool programs at Joaquin Miller Elementary, Thornhill Elementary, and Hintil Kuu Ca School in Oakland, and administrative offices on our soon to be flagship campus in Oakland.
• POSITION SUMMARY The Kids’ Club TK Afterschool Teacher will report directly to the Program Director at Hintil and will be instrumental in the success of the JCC East Bay’s Afterschool Program at their school site, serving students in Transitional Kindergarten.
• Teachers will be responsible for preparing and implementing several weekly developmentally appropriate classes based on their personal passions and skills.
• The Kids’ Club Afterschool Teacher will work throughout the school year, from August until May, approximately 20-25 hours per week.
• Summer work is also available.
• We are looking for Lead, Assistant and Aide Afterschool Teachers.
• Classroom Planning Supervise children, including planning, preparation and implementation of programming for children in transitional kindergarten.
• Create instructional resources and curriculum that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served.
• Ability to lead and supervise children in a variety of activities, both structured and unstructured.
• Student Support Mindful and aware of children’s needs to promote growth and foster curiosity.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by invoking approved disciplinary action when necessary.
• Assist with parent communication when necessary.
• General Act as a positive and appropriate role model for children and fellow staff.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness during programming; assist in keeping all afterschool spaces organized and operational.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings.
• Consistent attendance as an afterschool teacher is required as this role is a critical component in the success of the afterschool program.
• Commitment to the mission of the JCC East Bay and to learning about the Jewish community, values, and traditions.
• Commitment to anti-bias education.
• REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 2+ years of childcare or equivalent experience.
• Must possess 48 college credits, and / or have passed or willing to pass the CA instructional assistant exam for educators.
• Must have experience working with children in preschool or TK / K and be able to plan appropriate activities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead a classroom of children.
• Ability to work in a small team.
• Ability to push / pull and lift / carry objects weighing 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to sit on floors and chairs, and to get up and down quickly.
• Ability to bend from knees and waist to help a child.
• Ability to maneuver in confined lavatories to aid children with toilet needs.
• Ability to respond without delay to the needs of young children.

Regular and consistent attendance and ability to work a full shift; must be available Monday through Friday from 1 :

Systemic inequities in hiring have caused women, people of color, LGBTQ+ folks, and others to apply to jobs only if they meet all of the qualifications.

The JCC East Bay encourages you to apply anyway, as no one ever meets 100% of the qualifications.